Wrongful Death Truck Accident Lawyer

Truck accidents often have extensive injuries and unfortunately, because of the size and weight of commercial trucks, 18-wheelers, and tractor trailers, fatalities are all too common. When a loved one is tragically killed due to the negligence of a truck driver or trucking company, their family and friends are left wondering what the next steps will be.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another driver’s negligence, we at 844 See Mike are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses.

Causes of Truck Accidents

There are many reasons why truck accidents occur. The most common causes of truck accidents include:

• Reckless driving
• Distracted driving
• Fatigue
• Driving under the influence
• Overloaded cargo
• Inclement weather
• Defective equipment

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found that truck accidents in 2017 resulted in 4,102 deaths, of which 68% were occupants of passenger vehicles and 14% were pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists. These deaths were a 30% increase over data in 2009, when truck accidents deaths were at an all-time low.

Liability for Wrongful Death in Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks can weigh upwards of 80,000 pounds. When a truck driver is negligent behind the wheel of such a massive vehicle, he puts others at-risk. While many truck drivers are safe and conscientious, there are still drivers and trucking companies who violate the rules and regulations put in place by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

Liability in a wrongful death truck accident can be tricky to determine. While most people would believe the truck driver to be strictly at-fault for a truck accident, this isn’t always the case. An experienced personal injury lawyer can review your case and determine each party that may be liable for your loved one’s wrongful death.

 Wrongful Death in Truck Accidents

Surviving family members are able to file a wrongful death claim after the loss of their loved one to not only recover financially for this devastating loss, but also to seek justice and hold those who were negligent responsible for their actions.

By law, survivors are entitled to compensation from all responsible parties. This compensation can cover expenses such as:

 Medical bills prior to wrongful death

• Lost wages while victim was under treatment
• Future lost wages
• Pain and suffering before wrongful death
• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of inheritance
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of companionship
• Loss of care, guidance, and nurturing

The exact compensation you may be entitled to will vary as each truck accident is unique. If you have lost a loved one due to a truck accident, it is important to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer to review your case and make a determination as to what you may be entitled to.

We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.

We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at work we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First.

Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google.  Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com, or schedule meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.